Shades on Main Restaurant in Penticton
1909 Main St, Penticton, BC V2A 5H5, Canada
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Excellent place to have a meal. I had the Shades scramble, and there was more than enough for me. My lunch parther also had a scramble and it looked delicious. I got there right around 12 and by 12:15 it was full. Really need to go here more often.
Piece of cardboard fried into my omelet. It even had an expiry date on it. How lovely. All they did was remove the meal from my bill. If you wanted a returning customer then should have at least comped my drinks or a whole new meal!! Instead they behaved like they did me a favor by not letting me pay for the meal?!? Excuse me but I wasn't about to pay for it anyways. Yuck! I hope i don't get sick from chewing on dirty cardboard.
Stopped in for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. Food was basic diner food, nothing fancy but super tasty! Quick friendly service. Will be back!
WHEN I SAY I WAS VISITED BY GOD WHEN I ATE THIS. The eggs benny is delightfully delicious, it’s creamy, eggy, crispy. And the potatoes, perfect😭 not to mention the poutine! Omg I swear it’s so good. And THE BURGER. SO GOOD YUM. All the servers were kind, and even in a rush they always checked up on us. Will be here again, and every day
We've gone there a few times recently however did not stay to eat- the first time or two, we left because the place smelled very strongly of bleach, and they were vacuuming around the tables where people were eating. And, because they didn't have an item on the menu that online stated they did. (and that's what we had our hearts set on having.) We thanked them for our beverages and politely told them we really were craving that item and we would come back another time. This wknd, we wanted a late brunch, and decided to give it a second try. The place was clean. The hostess/server was friendly. However, it had a fairly strong bleach smell. The french toast was wonderful and the breakfast tacos hit the spot. Well I appreciate the cleanliness, I hope that they can find another method to sanitize and or air out the place in the future.
Food is great and prices are good and service is great. Been to a lot of restaurants in penticton for breakfast, this is the best and nothing else compares. No idea how anybody can give this place a bad review.
Oh my gosh, I'm so glad I got to have breakfast at Shades! The coffee was exactly what you'd expect from a well known diner. It was perfect. I had the huevos rancheros and they were excellent. The refried beans were so tasty! My partner had the French toast and the slices were almost 2 inches thick! He said they were so good, but could have used more syrup. The server was really busy, and wasn't able to get him more syrup (or refill my coffee). That was the only downside, but like many other places, being short-staffed and super busy certainly wasn't her fault. I will definitely make a stop in again if I travel through Penticton!
By far one of the worst Monte Cristo sandwiches I've ever eaten. Had ppl rave about the Monte Cristo sandwich at this place , do we decided to give it a try. Well the bread was plain, thin and sandwich lacked flavor and was cold. Won't be going back.
One of the oldest restaurants in Penticton great food good service open limited hours worth while going will go again
Still great breakfast, excellent!
One of my all time favorite restaurant in Penticton. Always good food
I enjoyed the blackstone eggs benedict and coffee. Kid-friendliness: Kids are good to go here. Food : 5/5 |
Food was amazing. Kitchen was slow though.
Always good
Delicious pancake, bacon and sausage breakfast. Shared pancake meal with friend with add-on eggs. Excellent
Great food.
Great food! Great people! I m So glad we stopped to eat!
Nice senior options for breakfast
Love their breakfast! Friendly service! Im a regular there almost every Sunday!
Havent been lately. Will be back when the weather warms up
Never disappointed here.good ol fashioned stick to your ribs food! Great breakfast!
Excellent service. I was delighted to find single servings of Eggs Benedict on the menu . Awesome meal and just enough for a smaller appetite.
One of our favourite breakfast places when we visit Penticton 11
Nothing fancy, just very good food at a reasonable price.
Great breakfast food, milkshakes, and friendly service. Parking: More parking behind building as well as a few spots in front.
Absolutely love this place. Amazing food!!!
The service was excellent but this is the second time I ordered a hamburger and both times it was dry. The prices are getting to high. The Chorizo omelet is amazing! Food
Parking: 15 Parking space
They keep the restaurant really cold so youre uncomfortable you either eat with a sweater or a coat on and the food twice now has been cold
Fantastic breakfast
Good spot for breaking...been a few times will come back a few more friendly staff...grrrrreat breaking!!
Always great great omelettes! Family run, nice people!
Excellence....always !!!
The environment has a cozy diner feel to it. Service is genuinely friendly and attentive. The food very high quality. Dont even worry about prices. The first time you dine, youll see what I mean. The level of star rating is due to a couple of minor details. The tables and seating is kept fairly clean. Common items such as salt & pepper shakers should be sanitized regularly. The communication overall needs a little attention. On two separate occasions, food was missing or cooked differently than requested. ie: order basted egg and over hard is delivered. This isnt the norm. Merely time to time, dont be surprised or disappointed. Great food and place to dine overall
Very delicious food , clean and cozy
Great food a little slow to get but good service.
Great service and food
Wonderful service and food! A must stop if in the area!
Called ahead to ask if you could have dogs on their patio. I was assured you could but when we arrived we were told they couldnt actually be on the patio and had to sit in the parking lot. Give out accurate information.
The food is good and servers are amiable.The waiting times are unacceptable though. We ve been there few times, different days of the week and there always an hour wait for our food that has mainly been eggs. In my opinion the menu is too lengthy (between the 2 menus for lunch and dinner there are least 80 items). I don t think I ll be back to wait for an hour for egg dishes, sorry.
Nice place
Great prices and portions, friendly and awesome service
Fantastic Place for breaky. Waitress was very good. Parking: Lots of room. Easy access Kid-friendliness: Great Family Restaurant
Really well done simple traditional food.
Delicious Monte Cristo sandwich.
Great family diner in central penticton. Excellent, friendly service. Very clean restaurant. Delicious food and reasonable prices.
Awesome fries and burger was amazing. Nachos were top notch and the staff were all friendly, polite and professional.
Such GREAT service and friendly family oriented atmosphere Great food! Healthy Portions! Great So glad we stopped in!
Great breakfast. Perfect over easy eggs.
Really good food. The Mexican theme day is the best. Closest to authentic youll find in Penticton. The Staff is super there. So kind and actually care. Really good place to bring kids. Parking is ample but in the back. Most people dont realize there is a lot back there.
Simple food made well. Dietary restrictions: Very few options for our vegan friend. Her breakfast resulted in fried potatoes and toast. Food : 3/5 |
The best eggs benny I have ever had in Penticton! Get the chunky potatoes not shredded, they are seasoned and cooked so well! definitely will be coming back!
No waffles today but the service was stellar!
Excellent service. Good food.
The best home cooking in the valley hands down...my crew at Air West Mechanical loves Shades on Main
Definitely one of the best burgers ive had in a long time and the service was fantastic. Will be back for sure:)
Great food and service.
Good food and service
i just ordered the roast beef dinner and i was not happy with the size of the portion.it was about the amount my 4ft10-95 year old oma used to eat at family dinners.they need to quit being so chinzy they could have had a regular customer
Excellent service and the food was amazing!! Very big portions. I would definitely come back!!!
Good food and service.
Remember when us Candians talked about the large portions you get down in the States and the food was good. Yeah...Shades on main. Say Hi to Diana for me. Lol
Excellent food and service
Good food Great service!!
Long time customer and only open a few hours a day, no more early breakfast and forced me to go elsewhere and closed early most days of the week. Hard to attract your dedicated customers back for supper Sunday to Thursday. Seems like your not making enough money to keep open
Great hostess
A true classic. Cant beat the price for a good meal. Plus some of the best burgers in town
Excellent
As good as I remembered it shades is an establishment of penticton a diner that opened in the mid 60s I belive , but definitely worth checking out if your in the mood for a homestyle meal
Hadnt been for a while as were usually in penticton on a Monday or Tuesday when theyre closed. Not disappointed. Good food and service despite being short staffed.
To be honestly I wasn t too impressed . Idk why the ratings are so high. I paid like $25 for an overcooked omelette. That s a little pricey don t you think?
Shades on Main is the greatest restaurant in the world. I went in for a steak, and they brought me a 20 ounce ribeye that was so delicious it would knock your socks off. My waiter even saved me from being shot! Would highly recommend to everyone in the world regardless of of your background. I love you, Shades on Main!!!
Love the food and great service, give 2 extra stars if I could
Good place for breakfast in Penticton.
Great food, friendly staff
The food is to die for, delicious aroma and even better tasting! We all enjoyed different dishes. The service was impeccable, friendly, quick and most important accurate and well timed delivery to the table! This is a must stop on your visit to town or even better a regular stop during your day. There is something for everyone! A huge High Five to the chef, superb
Very good food, Great Great Service and big portions. Very nice people
Best Mexican food ever...I hope you will open for supper again on Fridays soon!! Miss you guys so much <3
I ve been to this little restaurant a few times and I ve yet to be even remotely dissatisfied. The portions are large, enormous if you get an omelet, piping hot and always served with a big smile. They make you feel at home and so welcome, even better the coffee is out of this world. This is a must go to if you re looking for some delicious, satisfying food that s worth the $$, it s not crazy amounts either. ENJOY!!
Unfortunately we went for breakfast this morning, and left before we could order, normally they have exceptional service, and we enjoy the food, however; this morning we had a waitress (short, probably in her mid 50 sish) and from the very get go she was just unbelievably rude. Maybe she has things going on personally, but definitely not the way to treat customers. We went to Terrys just up the street where we were greeted with warmth, a smile, fantastic food, and exceptional service with a fantastic staff.
Great service, prices and food is always delicious. Dietary restrictions: They always accommodate my dairy allergy.
Good food. Think I would have enjoyed it more had I been able to smell the food instead of the perfume our waitress was wearing. I m completely turned off by perfume being worn by someone who deals with my food. I should be enjoying the aroma of food!
Our family had breakfast this morning, it was all very hot and delicious, this was our first time eating here and we were not disappointed and will definitely be back again, our waitress Jamie was fantastic and came around numerous times to make sure we had everything we needed with a smile on her face every time.
We ordered a kids burger came with a tiny burger and a hard bun. Bun was way to big for the burger. I ordered the club sandwich caeser salad and got no dressing and fries that were good but half of them were tiny pieces. My sandwich was good but not 17.50 good. First time here and last time here.
Very tasty food.
Never disappointed with this place. Sundays can take a little longer to get your food but it is worth the wait. Every time I come to town it is a must stop. The service is always friendly and the food always good.
Great little coffee shop/family restaurant. Good food and service
Huevos a la Mexicana plus a side chorizo. You will not be disappointed!
Cozy old school family restaurant. Smiling and engaging servers. Eggs Benny were done to perfection. I left smiling and full.
I would rate no stars if I could. Never git to try shades. So today was out woth my mother and thought to take her to breakfast and try shades. We waited and got seated waitress. Brought coffee. Nobody was in the restaurant. As we sat and waited for our order to be taken three other tables had walked in. They all got served and orders taken. Another table walked in same thing. I tried to flag the waitress but to no prevail. There was a shorter older woman running around I said can we get our order taken and she said you wait okay busy. WHEN WE ARRIVED NO ONE WAS IN THERE! so we got up went to the till said to the older lady at the till we couldnt get our order taken so we are leaving and she rudely slammed a bill on the counter down. Said 7.35! Loud. I dont understand why we were treated this way. so we paid the bill and left. Wow.
The waitress was curt. No hello no how are you, nothing The chowder was very tasteless But worst of all I was half way through my lunch and came across a very very long black hair. Obviously the kitchen staff were not required to wear hair masks. Makes you wonder if they were wearing facial masks Would never eat here again
Food and service was great!
Good food great service. Would highly recommend this place
Shades on Main is a great place!! Food has always good and the staff is friendly and does what it takes to have a great dining experience. I have frequented this restaurant for more than 10 years and have always been satisfied with their service.
My favorite place to go to for breakfast Great food, excellent service, nice cosy friendly place.
Good food good prices . Good service highly recommend
Had a huge omelette that was delicious. Friendly service was great!
Always perfect. Great service!
We stopped in to Shades for lunch today and were disappointed with our meal. The coffee needed some help, it was weak. Our shredded hash browns were overcooked, and the replacements were not up to the usual standards. We have been customers for about 10 years. On the positive side, our server was very cheerful and tried very diligently to help. We will return sometime in future, but its going to be a while.
Nothing fancy, but good food and friendly staff.
Always great
Great good, good prices.
We enjoy stopping here for lunch very goog C-19 protocol
The food was great and I especially liked that we could have our dog with us. Thank you.
Beautiful family who owns this, very friendly and restaurant is always sparkling clean!
Great place to eat.food is great.
First time dining there. Good Service and good food.
Excellent Mexican food Was surprised to see the Mexican menu
Great food and great service!!! Price was not bad either.
Good food. Waitress was very good. Prices not to bad.
Mediocre food and service.. server broght the bill without asking if we wanted anything else...
Had the Huevos la Mexicana for breakfast and it was quite tasty. Good service.
Great breakfast food, light and fluffy pancakes and crispy bacon. Good sourdough
Great breakfast and service.
Servers was pleasant. Food was just ok .
Great prices and large portions. Whenever I go for breakfast I leave with enough leftovers for lunch!
It was my first time here and I completely enjoyed my time there. The food was amazing. Everything has a homemade flavor. I love it.
Breakfast menu has a great selection.. French toast was very good. Coffee was not good. Not good at all. Easy fix though.
Had a fantastic breakfast with an exceptional waitress. Place was clean and had all of the covid safety measures in place. Would highly recommend!
Was discriminated against. This business supports the tyranny.
Great food, friendly staff who make you feel welcome right away. My favorite sit down restaurant in Penticton!
Sadly it was so disappointing. We went for Thanksgiving dinner and tried the senior menu. Both of the seniors were still hungry after dinner and I had to come home and cook another meal. The quality of the food was also greasy and poor prepared. We wont be coming back!
Food was excellent
Good grub. Order online and save 15%
The Best !!!
Great place
Updated Nov 8th Nov.6th we had a Delicious shared Salusbury steak with excellent Mushrooms and onions done to perfection, mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables and barley soup.The staff and cook very accommodating seperate serving on 2 plates Thankyou we have been frequently going to shades resterant over the last off and on since the early 90s.we have gone there and celebrating a birthday dinner with our grand daughter 10 years ago the staff decorated our booth and sang excellent birthday song.i cant say enough about the Quality of food prepared and staff accommodating attitude and warm smiles. Thankyou for your high standards dear owner.
Go there quite often very friendly people and very good food
Felt safe, booths r separated, great service and great food!
Great diner, we had burger fish and chips and chicken tenders. All great, fast service, family vibes, heritage building. We will come back!
I love this place !! In my opinion one of the best places for brunch! They have a couple of Mexican dishes and they are truly authentic and yummy ! As Mexican living in penticton I love their Mexican options! And all their other dishes as well <3
Good food and always a smile
Service and food excellent
Friendly servers, family atmosphere, and I love the delicious Veggie Quesadilla and order it often. Tried the cheesecake on a takeout once and the crust was kind of soggy, but otherwise I have nothing but good things to say.
Great food
Ladies that work there are great. The Salisbury steak would be better with homemade hamburger, not that press stuff. The gravy was great.
Nice diner, with varied menu items. I had the Salisbury steak, and it was what I expected. Not a high-end place, but good overall.
Comfy seating, clean, home cooking style food was perfect. Service was great with outstanding polite and happy personalities you just dont see to often in the service industry anymore. We always go to Shades when we are in Penticton and recomend it to everyone.
Good menu selection, great Mexican food. A nice little diner.
The best and yummy food
Had dinner there last night with 2 friends. I had beef strogonof. My friends had roast turkey & roast beef. We were all more than happy with our meals. Generous servings. We all had to have doggie bags. We also had the red clam chowder soup. Yummy.
Awesome Mexican food!!!
Classy little restaurant on the main drag. Seen it forever and wished I had gone there sooner.
Great breakfast! Friendly and fast.
My go to place! Again today (Aug 28th) another amazing meal!! Thank you!
Amazing food, fast service. I fi d it extremely underrated. It looks a little shabby but this is the official dont judge a book by its cover. Amazing
Friendly environment, excellent service and good food. A winning combination.
Good food
Great place to eat
The food is good.
Good food. Great staff.
Poor unfriendly service
Great beef dip. Portion was a nice size too
Menu is incredible Staff are all sweethearts Atmosphere is old people diner
Excellent food service and staff. Nice and clean and comfy
For the price it wasnt great food. Its sad because Ive ate at shades plenty of times and the food has always been decent but this time out they really slaughtered the food. But dont take this review as word though because shades does have good food most of the time, I just wanted to leave this to let people know that sometimes they can mess up quite bad.
Our 1st time and they accommodated our request at breakfast#! Very sweet waitress! Unfortunately there was a fellow that made his way into the resteraunt with obvious mental illness and the staff handled it with grace! Very impressed! Will be back!
Both Breakfast and Brunch food exceptional. Server top drawer.
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